World War II POWs from Colorado get long-delayed medals
Three Colorado veterans who were captured by the German military in World War II have finally received their medals more than 70 years after they…
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Colorado camp resort for pot users falls through
A planned pot-friendly ranch resort in southwest Colorado has been snuffed before it opened. The 170-acre CannaCamp resort touted weed-friendly…
Continue ReadingOne dead in Northeast Colorado Springs shooting
Police are investigating a fatal shooting in Northeast Colorado Springs. It happened around 4:30 Thursday morning at the Preserve at Hidden Creek…
Continue ReadingHighway 50 reopens following La Junta crash
The Otero County Sheriff’s Office said Highway 50 was closed through La Junta Thursday because of a crash. It reopened around 1:45 p.m. A…
Continue ReadingFord recalls 433K cars because of software problem
Ford is recalling 433,000 vehicles, including 2015 Focus, C-MAX and Escape models, because of a software problem that could keep their engines…
Continue ReadingArea near Loveland airport searched in shootings probe
Authorities are searching an area near the Fort Collins-Loveland airport as part of the investigation into a series of apparently random roadside…
Continue ReadingRed Rock Canyon, portion of Pikes Peak Greenway trail set to reopen
The city of Colorado Springs says two popular recreation spots will reopen in time for the holiday weekend. Red Rock Canyon Open Space and the Pikes…
Continue ReadingSouthern Colorado fireworks information
All events are scheduled for July 4 unless otherwise specified below. Fireworks are illegal in the city of Colorado Springs, but that doesn’t…
Continue ReadingUPDATE: Missing girl found safe, mom taken into custody
A girl who police said was kidnapped by her mother has been found safe. Colorado Springs police say Kiri McMillion, 28, does not have custody of the…
Continue ReadingAWOL Fort Carson soldier arrested in Caon City
A Fort Carson soldier arrested in Caon City driving a stolen vehicle had been AWOL from the Mountain Post since May 29. Sgt. Joseph Kimsey, 22, was…
Continue ReadingMayor of Calhan resigns, cites “moral conflict”
The mayor of Calhan is out. Blair Bartling submitted his resignation this morning, citing a moral conflict over the town’s summer fest later…
Continue ReadingDisease risk from insects, weeds downplayed
Local officials said Thursday that a prevalence of weeds is not contributing to an increase in fleas and ticks linked to several diseases transmitted…
Continue ReadingWarnings issued after first deer is infected with plague
getting a knock on your door from a health official who’s there to warn you about the plague. that’s exactly what’s happening in…
Continue ReadingBreaking Ground on ‘New Pueblo Freeway’
Major construction will soon begin on the most dangerous and oldest stretch of I-25 in the state. Members of the Colorado Department of…
Continue ReadingPartnership with state, local litter control group ends
The executive director of a litter control organization said the state no longer allows the group to remove trash along Interstate 25 in Colorado…
Continue ReadingDon’t forget about Fido on the Fourth
Many people will be celebrating the Fourth of July with fireworks, but the Humane Society has a reminder when it comes to fireworks: keep them away…
Continue ReadingKeeping safe when hiking in the high country
Recent deaths and disappearances in Colorado have highlighted safety concerns on trails in our area. Recent rains have only added to potential…
Continue ReadingChanges on the way for “No Man’s Land”
Changes are on the way to a busy avenue in southern Colorado. El Paso County, the city of Colorado Springs, the city of Manitou Springs and the…
Continue ReadingFlood advisory issued for the Waldo Canyon burn scar
A flood advisory has been issued for the Waldo Canyon burn scar until 7:30 p.m. Minor flooding is possible due to heavy rain. Highway 24 is…
Continue ReadingBe Courteous Of Vets With PTSD on July Fourth
If you’re getting ready to celebrate the upcoming holiday weekend with a bang, here’s a reminder to be courteous. The sound of fireworks,…
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